Just like Week 1, we only had 3 one score games in Week 2. The average margin of victory so far has been over 17 points through 2 weeks of action. The Memphis winning streak has reached 21 games and nine other teams are also 2-0, while ten teams are 0-2. We have 4 RB's with over 200 yards and 17 on pace for 1,000 yard seasons, which would be the most since 1975. The last time there were more than 9 RB to get 1,000 was 1980. Memphis WR Willie Howland is lapping the field in receiving stats, already 161 yards ahead of 2nd place.
Gold 26 Gamblers 23
Reigning two time MVP Tony Dean failed to throw a TD pass for the first time since his rookie season and another slow start for Houston had them trailing entering the 4th quarter for the second straight week. The score was 23-13 after 3 but Houston managed to score 10 to tie the game with 4:38 left. Following an exchange of punts, Denver got the ball with just under 2 minutes left and drove the field for the game winning FG at the final gun.
Bell 22 Force 21
Georgia won most stat categories and the Force jumped out to a 21-7 lead at halftime. Philadelphia QB Eric Pierce was sacked 7 times but it was a sack of Force QB Norris Thomas that was the difference. Thomas Wheeler sacked him in the end zone for a safety and combined with 2 fourth quarter FG's, Philadelphia earns the come from behind win.
Bulls 27 Bandits 19
Yet another game where the losing team had the better stats. Both teams ran the ball well, though Tampa Bay had almost 7 ypc and Tampa had more passing yards but Jacksonville was more efficient. The Bulls never trailed in the game, though Tampa Bay had a chance to tie the game late in the 4th and couldn't get it done. Craig Maddox ran it in from 2 yards out but the XP was no good, making the score 20-19 Jacksonville. The Bulls would add an insurance TD for the final score.
Wheels 18 Gunslingers 0
Detroit earns their first shutout since Eyeballll ran the Wheels in what was probably the best game so far of fhunt3's USFL career. Detroit couldn't find the end zone but 6 FG's is more than enough when you limit your opponent to 118 total yards.
Steamer 23 SaberCats 13
San Jose had a 13-10 lead after 3 quarters but Shreveport scores 13 unanswered points in the 4th to win the game and improve to 2-0 on the year.
Hawaiians 35 VooDoo 3
Both teams ran for at least 8 ypc but Honolulu had a lot more attempts as they ran for 268 yards. The story was the Honolulu defense as they intercepted 4 VooDoo passes as part of a 5 turnover day. Red zone efficiency was a factor in this game as well. New Orleans WR/RB Ricky Hash had 114 yards on just 12 rushes while Hawaiians RB Ronald Boatman had 198 yards on 22 carries and WR Allen Grant had 3 TD receptions among his 11-113.
Generals 44 (NY) Stars 13
New Jersey got started fast as they took the opening kickoff and drove down the field for the first of 5 Ric Flair TD passes. The Generals defense intercepted the Stars on their first play leading to TD pass #2. New Jersey's biggest lead was 31-3 and they coasted from there. For some reason, New York decided to play all 3 QB's on the roster.
Storm 29 Federals 12
Portland allowed 300 yards of offense but they held the prolific Washington offense out of the end zone all game, allowing just 4 FG's. Portland didn't have a great stat day either but going 3 for 3 scoring TD's in the red zone is a winning recipe. It seems Setherick has his players now and the Storm are a team to watch in 1987.
Panthers 26 Thunderbolts 17
Both teams scored 14 first quarter points and it seemed we were headed for a shootout, but things settled down after that initial flurry. Cleveland ran the ball well behind Samuel Draper (23-141-1) but struggled through the air. Michigan was the opposite, they ran for 27 yards on 21 carries but QB Jerry Ruiz was 31/38 374 yards and 3 TD's. That ability to find the end zone was the difference in the Michigan victory.
Wranglers 19 Sun 7
Judging by the box score it seems Arizona controlled the game throughout, as Southern California struggled to move the ball until the 4th qtr. Wranglers QB Joseph Jones tossed 2 TD passes and WR Chris Goldberg had 136 yards receiving.
Stars 24 Hornets 6
Charlotte scored first and last but it wasn't enough to beat the 24 points Baltimore scored in between. Baltimore overcame 3 interceptions with 444 yards and a solid defense that only allowed Charlotte 203.
Blazers 20 Renegades 6
Orlando only had 2 drives longer than 14 yards all day so Florida had little trouble overcoming 3 turnovers. Second year Blazers TE Kevin Forester had 8 catches for 106 yards and DE Ramon Carter had 3 sacks.
Invaders 18 Blitz 3
Oakland had an incredible 6 red zone trips, though they crossed the end zone just once. Both teams had 22 completions but the Invaders had double the yards per completion as Chicago could only muster 176 yards on the day.
Maulers 27 Breakers 3
Boston had trouble holding onto the football, losing 2 fumbles and throwing an interception. Pittsburgh wasn't spectacular but they were efficient on offense. The biggest thing I noticed from this game is Pittsburgh allowed their kicker to try 2 60+ yard FG's, both were short.
Showboats 40 Outlaws 17
Life is grand when you're on a 20 game win streak coming into a game, you play sloppy with 3 turnovers (one a pick six) and less than 3 ypc, yet still win by 23 points. Such is the case with the Champion Memphis Showboats. It helps that the Showboat defense made Oklahoma dink and dunk their way down the field, out gaining them 521-165. Willie Howland continued to dominate, with 215 yards and a TD on 7 catches. Donut Mogul Tim Horton might need to go on a diet as he had 1 yard per touch, 12 carries 12 yards and 2 receptions for 2 yards, although both receptions were touchdowns.
Stallions 44 Express 3
Both teams had 17 first downs and almost equal time of possession, but that's where the box score similarity ends. Birmingham dominated the stats and the scoreboard en route to the easy victory. Some time either during or immediately after the game, Express owner/GM buenoboss11 vanished, so LA needs an owner again.
